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THUONG MAI UNIVERSITY ---------- DISCUSSION
Subject: Business English 1
TOPIC: INTRODUCE A COMPULSORY SYSTEM OF CAR
SHARING FOR ANYONE USING CAR PARK Lecturer : Tran Thi Minh Chau Group : 03 Class code section : 251_ENTI3311_10 Ha Noi, 2025 I/ MEETING MINUTES GROUP MEETING MINUTES SUBJECT: BUSINESS ENGLISH 1 GROUP: 03 First Meeting
Location: Google Meet Time: 22:00 PM – 23:00 PM, September 7, 2025
Attendees: 6/6 members present.
Agenda: Outline development, task distribution. GROUP MEETING MINUTES SUBJECT: BUSINESS ENGLISH 1 GROUP: 03 Second Meeting
Location: Google Meet Time: 22:00 PM – 23:00 PM, September 21, 2025.
Attendees: 6/6 members present.
Agenda: Rehearse English dialogue, editing the overall content. 2 N Full name Class Student Task Grad o code e 1 Trần Trung K59LQ4 23D30015 Recording the video Đức 0 and delivering dialogue
2 Võ Thị Thu K59EK3 23D26008 Creating the script and Hà 6 delivering dialogue 3 Hoàng Hồng K59F5 23D16022 Leader, editing the Hạnh 2 script, compiling Word and delivering dialogue 4 Nguyễn K59F1 23D16001 Editing the video and Hồng Hạnh 4 delivering dialogue
5 Nguyễn Thị K59F2 23D16006 Creating the script and Hằng 9 delivering dialogue 6 Nguyễn Như K59F4 23D16017 Creating PowerPoint Hiếu 3 presentation and delivering dialogue II/ TASK ASSIGNMENT
Group members receive the discussion topic, research what
needs to be done, and outline the discussion content. The leader
assigns tasks to each member, specifically as follows: 3
III/ MEETING SCRIPT: COMPULSORY CAR SHARING SYSTEM PROPOSAL
Hoàng Hồng Hạnh (Department Head):
(Calm, authoritative) Good afternoon, everyone. Thank you for being
punctual today. As you’re all aware, our parking lot is consistently
overwhelmed during peak hours, and several employees have raised
concerns about the lack of spaces. That’s why we’re here to address
a new initiative: introducing a mandatory carpooling system for
anyone using the company parking lot. The plan requires each
registered vehicle to carry at least two people, with our internal app
matching rides automatically. Our objectives are to reduce private
vehicle use, alleviate trafÏc congestion, support environmental
goals, and optimize parking space. I’d like to hear your perspectives.
Let’s start with Tran Trung Duc.
Trần Trung Đức (Employee, Supporting):
(Enthusiastic, confident) Thank you, Hanh. I strongly support this
move. Look, mandatory carpooling could significantly ease trafÏc,
especially during rush hour. Fewer cars mean lower emissions,
which benefits the environment. It also positions us as a forward-
thinking company committed to sustainability. And let’s not forget…
fewer vehicles could save us from costly parking lot expansions down the line.
Nguyễn Như Hiếu (Employee, Opposing):
(Concerned, firm) With all due respect, Hanh, I disagree. I see the
environmental angle, but this feels impractical. Many of us have
unpredictable schedules or work late. Forcing us to align with
someone else’s timetable strips away the flexibility we need for our
jobs and personal lives. It’s a burden, not a solution. 4
Hoàng Hồng Hạnh (Department Head):
(Neutral, encouraging) Thank you, Nhu Hieu, for that input. Let’s hear more views.
Nguyễn Hồng Hạnh (Employee, Supporting):
(Eager, slightly interrupting) Excuse me for interjecting, Hanh, but
I’d like to build on this. As I mentioned last time, there’s a financial
perk. With fuel costs soaring, commuting eats into our budgets.
Carpooling splits those expenses, offering real savings. Plus, rotating
drivers can lessen the stress of commuting, making it more efÏcient.
I think that’s a win for everyone, please, others, feel free to add.
Trần Trung Đức (Employee, Supporting):
(Optimistic, supportive) If I may, Hanh, I’d like to reinforce that. Less
driving stress could boost our focus at work. And with fewer cars, we
might even see quicker commutes, saving time too.
Võ Thu Hà (Employee, Supporting):
(Warm, thoughtful) I’d like to add something, Hanh. Carpooling could
strengthen team bonds. Sharing rides gives us a chance to connect,
swap ideas, and build friendships. That could lift morale, improve
collaboration, and ultimately drive productivity. It’s a hidden benefit worth considering.
Nguyễn Thị Hằng (Employee, Opposing):
(Worried, deliberate) Hanh, I agree with Nhu Hieu’s concerns. The
point I want to make is about safety and privacy. Not everyone feels
comfortable sharing their personal space in a car with others. Some
people prefer quiet, listening to their own music, and need to make
personal phone calls while driving. Being forced to share a car can
make them feel uneasy, unhappy, and affect their mood before 5
starting a working day. If a trafÏc accident occurs while carpooling,
the question is who will be responsible? This is a complicated issue,
especially in cases where there is no clear agreement from the
beginning between the parties. In addition, traveling with strangers
can also pose personal safety risks.
Nguyễn Như Hiếu (Employee, Opposing):
(Frustrated, insistent) Exactly, Hanh! And what if someone cancels
last minute? It disrupts everything. This could add more stress than it relieves.
Hoàng Hồng Hạnh (Department Head):
(Balanced, mediating) I appreciate the robust discussion. It seems
we’re split: some see cost savings and environmental gains, while
others highlight privacy, safety, and flexibility issues. Could a
compromise work - say, a 3-month trial period with pre and post-
surveys, plus exemptions for special cases?
Nguyễn Như Hiếu (Employee, Opposing):
(Relieved, cautious) That could work, Hanh. A trial with flexibility for
exemptions makes it fairer. I’d be open to testing it.
Võ Thu Hà (Employee, Supporting):
(Agreeable, cooperative) If the exemptions are clear and
manageable, Hanh, I’d support it too. It gives us a chance to see the
benefits without overcommitting.
Nguyễn Thị Hằng (Employee, Opposing):
(Hesitant, seeking reassurance) I’m hesitant, Hanh, but a trial with
safety protocols and opt-outs might address my concerns. I’d need to see how it’s handled.
Trần Trung Đức (Employee, Supporting): 6
(Positive, pragmatic) Hanh, I think a trial is a smart move. It lets us
gather data and adjust as needed. I’m all for it.
Hoàng Hồng Hạnh (Department Head):
(Decisive, concluding) Thank you all for the thoughtful debate. Let’s
proceed with the 3-month trial, including surveys and exemptions.
We’ll reconvene to review the outcomes. Meeting adjourned. 7